Macartney Engineering Consultants

Macartney Engineering Consultants (MEC) is a consulting engineering firm that provides structural engineering services, maritime engineering services, and civil engineering services to clients across various industries. Our team of experienced engineers, led by Principal John Macartney and Specialist Consultant Steve Fitzhenry, strives to deliver exceptional results that meet and exceed our clients' expectations.

With a rich history dating back to 2002, Macartney Engineering Consultants has evolved to become a boutique consultancy that is known for its hands-on approach and personalized service. Our team has extensive experience working on a wide range of projects, from residential, commercial, and public buildings to jetties, wharves, and seawalls.

Key Personnel

John Macartney, our Principal, is a highly respected engineer with a strong background in structural engineering. John has worked on numerous high-profile projects, including major public buildings such as the Belconnen Mall shopping center and the New Parliament House in Australia. He is also the developer of MacroSpan, a lightweight structural system for long span roofs and demountable structures.

Steve Fitzhenry, our Specialist Consultant, has a broad range of skills in maritime and civil/structural engineering, asset development and maintenance, project management, business management, public sector management, and people and negotiating skills. Steve's experience includes working on maritime projects, such as new jetties for Sydney Ferries at their Balmain shipyard and Opera Australia's Stage at Mrs Macquarie's Chair.

Services

Our structural engineering services cover a wide range of building types, including residential, office, educational, industrial, and public buildings. Our team provides expertise in building design, construction, and maintenance. We also offer expert reports and advice on building defects and rectification.

In the maritime sector, our services include the design, construction, and maintenance of jetties, wharves, and seawalls. We work with clients to ensure the safe and efficient operation of their maritime facilities.

Our civil engineering services encompass earthworks, stormwater and sewer drainage, catchment studies, and road pavements. We strive to deliver tailored solutions to meet our clients' specific needs.

MacroSpan

Macartney Engineering Consultants is proud to be the developer of MacroSpan, a revolutionary lightweight structural system for long span roofs and demountable structures. This innovative system has been successfully implemented in various projects, and we continue to develop new concepts and applications for MacroSpan.